Software Engineer 2

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USA MD Annapolis Junction Full-time Mid-level Software Engineering

At a glance

Mid-level Software Engineering role at Gdit. USA MD Annapolis Junction · full-time · $152,150–$205,850 base.

SalaryStated by Gdit

$152,150 – $205,850

Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.

RoleSoftware Engineering

SeniorityMid-level

LocationUSA MD Annapolis Junction

EmploymentFull-time

Base pay$152,150–$205,850

PostedNov 2, 2026

Role brief

techroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Build Linux-based controls that govern who can use HPC resources and which permissions they receive
Apply authentication, authorization, access lists and permission rules to protect HPC systems
Use Python and Rust to develop software, and Bash or Python scripts to automate routine work
Automate deployments with Ansible and support delivery through GitLab CI and Git source control
Handle Linux account and group administration while following Agile or Scrum practices

What you bring

At least five years of related experience and a bachelor's degree
You must be a U.S. citizen and already hold a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
Recent Python and Rust development, Linux command-line skills, and Bash or Python scripting experience
Experience with Ansible, GitLab CI, Git, and access-control development for Linux HPC systems

Who this fits

This suits a mid-level software engineer comfortable building security and access controls for Linux HPC systems. The role is on-site in Annapolis Junction, Maryland, with no travel required and a forty-hour workweek.

From the employer

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Software Engineering

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Ansible (Software), GitLab CI/CD, Linux, Python (Programming Language), Rust (Programming Language)

Certifications:

None

Experience:

5 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

SOFTWARE ENGINEER SENIOR

Transform technology into opportunity as a Software Engineer Senior at GDIT. Shape what’s next for mission-critical government projects while shaping what’s next for your engineering career.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT
The Software Engineer shall be responsible for implementing access controls and permission solutions for securing access to critical HPC system resources through robust security mechanisms, ensuring compliance with the Agency’s security policies and industry standards.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED
Bring your engineering expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Software Engineer Senior must have:
● Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science
● Experience: 5+ years of related experience

● Security clearance required: TS/SCI w/ Polygraph
● Position Required Skills:

 Experience using the Linux CLI and Linux tools
 Proficiency in scripting (Bash/Python) to automate tasks and processes
 Recent software development experience using Python
 Recent software development experience using Rust
 Experience with automation frameworks including Ansible for orchestrating deployment
 Experience developing authentication protocols, authorization logic, access control lists, and permissions for HPC systems in a Linux environment
 Basic Linux systems administration including User and Group Management
 Experience with CI/CD principles, methodologies, and tools including GitLab CI
 Familiar with Agile, Scrum, or Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) methodologies
 Experience with Git Source Control System

● Position Desired Skills:

 Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker, PodMan, containerd
 Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite (JIRA, Confluence)

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
● Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
● Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
● Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
● Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career in software development at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your dedication to advancing innovation.

#MD_2026Alumni

#IntelligenceEngineered

#HP2026

The likely salary range for this position is $152,150 - $205,850. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Travel Required:

None

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA MD Annapolis Junction

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Our Identity Verification Process:

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About Our Work:

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.

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